Division of Plant Exploration and Germplasm Collection, National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources, New Delhi-110012, India.
Yucca gloriosa L. widely known for its value as ornamental and garden hedge was observed in flowering during 2001 to 2003 in the parts of Delhi and adjoining areas. This species in comparision with other species of the genera was found suitable for plantation on the roadside, road dividers (verge) and landscape in different parts of urban India. Botanical description, ecology, ornamental value and different uses of Y. gloriosa have been highlighted.
Yucca gloriosa, Ornamental, Garden plant, Hedge plant, Botanical description
